Ohio Summer Reading Project: '1984'

Jun. 2, 2014

'1984'

In English class, we read “1984” by George Orwell. It is about a man who experiences life under a totalitarian government. I think every teen should read this book because it outlines how important it is to be involved in our government, whether it be through voting or just peaceful protesting. Especially since they can vote soon. Everyone should use the voice they are given in this government to keep our freedoms from being taken from us, and this book teaches teens to do just that. I encourage everyone to read this book and become an involved, concerned citizen. — Courtney Hutchison, 17, Coshocton High School, West Lafayette

To recommend a book, email the 100-word (or shorter) essay, along with your name, age, school, address and phone number. to ggoble@gannett.com, or mail it to Summer Reading attn. Gere Goble, Mansfield News Journal, 70 W. Fourth St., Mansfield, OH 44903. Be sure to include the title of the book and the author’s name.